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In addition, the CDC has created a new Respiratory Illness Data Channel that provides nationwide county specific information that would valuable for anyone planning to travel out of state. #seasonalillness

There were six deaths from WNV confirmed in the state in 2023 and an additional 119 non-fatal cases reported (although human cases are underreported). #virus

The five facilities listed below were cited with type “AA” violations of the Nursing Home Care Act during the second quarter of 2024, the most severe type of violation. #violation

IDPH provides a variety of programs and services to address the primary health issues and concerns of the LGBTQIA+ community... #pridemonth

A recent CDC study found that reviewed 20 years of data found that drowning was the number one killer nationally of children aged 1-4 years and the number two killer of children 0-17 in unintentional injury deaths. #cdc #swimming

This year is the 50th Anniversary of the first National EMS Week... #ems

Bats are the most common carriers of the rabies virus in Illinois but not the only carrier. Illinois residents should stay away from bats and any wild, unfamiliar, or stray animal, as well as any animal that appears to be sick. #rabies #bats

The United States has one of the highest maternal mortality rates in the developed world, and in Illinois our rates mirror the national average. #maternalmortality

This funding will focus on improving maternal health outcomes and reducing disparities for Black women though investments in community-based providers, expansion of the home visiting program, a child tax credit, and a free diaper pilot program. #maternalhealth

The state's overall respiratory illness level decreased from Low to Minimal... #covid #cold #flu